ECHO GROUP INC
AUTHORIZEDDBA: ECHO ELECTRIC SUPPLY
USDOT
1699212
MC Number
N/A
Fleet Size
129
Total Drivers
133
Last updated: March 14, 2026
Safety overview
ECHO GROUP INC is a large interstate motor carrier based in COUNCIL BLUFFS, Iowa, operating 129 power units with 133 drivers. 2 of their 5 BASIC scores sit above the 75th percentile intervention threshold. The rest fall within acceptable ranges. Their driver out-of-service rate of 1.6% comes in under the 5.51% national average. They have 1 crash on file (1 with injuries). FMCSA records show 62 inspections for this carrier.
BASIC scores
SMS PercentilesHigher percentile = worse performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% may trigger an FMCSA investigation.
Out-of-service rates vs. national average
An out-of-service order means the driver or vehicle was pulled from operation during a roadside inspection.
For reference, the average driver OOS rate in Iowa is 7.2% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 29.9% across 25,829 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Private (Property)
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- No
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
What are BASIC scores?
FMCSA tracks carrier performance through its Safety Measurement System (SMS), which scores carriers across six categories called BASICs. Each score is a percentile from 0 to 100, based on inspection and crash data from the past 24 months.
A score of 65 means the carrier performed worse than 65% of its peers. Anything above 75% can trigger FMCSA alerts or investigations. Brokers vetting new carriers should pay attention to scores above 50%.
- Unsafe driving
- Speeding, reckless driving, improper lane changes, seatbelt violations. All based on what officers find during roadside inspections.
- HOS / Fatigue
- Hours-of-service violations, logbook problems, driving past the allowed limits. Fatigued driving is one of the top causes of truck crashes in the US.
- Driver fitness
- Licensing problems, expired medical certificates, and other driver qualification issues.
- Controlled substances
- Drug and alcohol testing violations, possession, or impairment.
- Vehicle maintenance
- Brake problems, tire issues, lighting defects, load securement failures. Caught during the vehicle portion of roadside inspections.
- Crash indicator
- Based on crash history from state-reported data. Higher percentile means more crashes relative to the carrier's size and mileage.
Inspections
62
Total
65%
Driver %
Crash history
1
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is ECHO GROUP INC authorized to operate?
Yes. ECHO GROUP INC (USDOT #1699212) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is ECHO GROUP INC's safety record?
ECHO GROUP INC has 2 BASIC scores above the 75th percentile, which is where FMCSA may look into a carrier. Brokers should weigh these scores alongside the inspection history and crash data before making a decision.
How many trucks does ECHO GROUP INC operate?
ECHO GROUP INC operates 129 power units with 133 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does ECHO GROUP INC transport hazardous materials?
No. ECHO GROUP INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is ECHO GROUP INC located?
ECHO GROUP INC is based in COUNCIL BLUFFS, Iowa at 1851 MADISON AVE SUITE 710, 51503. Phone: (712) 322-4120.
What are ECHO GROUP INC's out-of-service rates?
ECHO GROUP INC's driver out-of-service rate is 1.6%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 23.5% (national average: 20.72%).